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Does my husband have to wait two years before he can get his domestic violence charge dropped?
Asked on Sep 14th, 2011 on Criminal Law - Texas
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My husband was charged with a class A misdemeanor family violence. The charges were dropped. Does he have to wait two years to have the charge expunged from his record or can it be done immediately?
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It depends. He should talk to his trial lawyer about this. If the prosecutor wants, the prosecutor can refile the case for up to 2 years hence the 2 year waiting period. If the prosecutor does not oppose an expunction before the statute of limitations runs, then it won't be a problem.
Answered on Sep 15th, 2011 at 4:51 PM
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The law just changed this month and your husband is immediately eligible. I specialize in expunctions and perform them all over the State. Please don't hesitate to contact us.
Answered on Sep 15th, 2011 at 9:26 AM